How to Download & Install XAMPP Latest Version (Step by Step Guide 2026)

What is XAMPP?

XAMPP is a free and open-source local server that includes:

• Apache Server
• MySQL / MariaDB
• PHP
• phpMyAdmin

It allows you to run web applications on your local machine.

⬇️ Step 1: Download XAMPP

• Go to the official website of XAMPP
• Download the latest version for your operating system (Windows)

⚙️ Step 2: Install XAMPP

1. Open the downloaded file
2. Click Next
3. Select components (Apache, MySQL, PHP)
4. Choose installation directory (default recommended)
5. Click Install

▶️ Step 3: Start XAMPP Server

• Open XAMPP Control Panel
• Start Apache and MySQL
• If both are running, your server is ready

Step 4: Test Installation

Open your browser and go to:

If you see the XAMPP dashboard, installation is successful ????